2 ensuite guest rooms @ Hamakua Chocolate Farm
Room in Papaikou, Hawaii
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 queen beds
- Dedicated bathroom
Hosted by Dan & Berndt
- Superhost
- 8 years hosting
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In Papaikou on the Hamakua Coast
In Papaikou, a short drive to Old Town Hilo, the Hilo Farmers Market, and waterfalls along the Hamakua Coast
Life on a chocolate farm
A working cacao farm with botanical gardens, a suspension bridge, and a treehouse 65 feet in the air
Dan and Berndt are beloved hosts
Guests describe Dan and Berndt as welcoming, knowledgeable hosts who share local tips and recommendations
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If you ever wanted to experience life on a working Chocolate Farm? – this is your chance! Modern off-grid living at its best! We have 2 comfortable, contemporary guest rooms for rent jointly or separately. The Hilo Bay Room has an ensuite w/shower and private lanai overlooking Hilo Bay & rainforest and river. The Ocean-Cacao Room is a bit larger ensuite w/ giant views over the cacao orchard and ocean- whale watching from bed!
The space
It is all about indoor-outdoor living here in Hawaii. Your modern, relaxing bedroom has great ventilation and plenty of windows, bringing the outside in. But we also want you to enjoy our outdoor spaces as an extension of your room. This rental is not just about the bedroom and views- there are lots to explore on the grounds of our Cacao farm and gardens! Our large covered lanai- just outside the bedroom acts as an additional living and dining room with a beautiful ocean view and gentle tropical breezes to lull you into relaxation. Our comfortable guest rooms are not equipped with TV (to help you unplug), however, you can connect to the complimentary WiFi network and enjoy whatever you want to watch or listen to on your own devices. There is also access to our adjacent chocolate demo kitchen w/ toaster, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, glassware/plates/utensils if you care to prepare your own breakfast. We provide complimentary tea or coffee in the mornings.
Guest access
We encourage you to explore and enjoy our cacao orchard, suspension bridge, treehouse (65' in the air!), gardens, river and common spaces around the farm. Grab some beach chairs and enjoy a picnic at the stream- or dive into some juicy book. There is a large covered lanai w/ lounges and dining table that you can watch the whales go by or enjoy some evening cocktails. If you are interested in more cacao farm-related activities, tours, tastings or harvest experiences please reach out to us and we are happy to share other things to do here at the farm. Airbnb guests here get discounts on our in-depth cacao farm tours/tastings that happen on WED and SAT at 1pm
During your stay
We are often around working on the farm and are happy to provide local tips and advise- if you want that. We are also happy to allow you to have your own space if you prefer to have an intimate interaction-free experience (just let us know.) Both rooms have private keypad entries. If you are interested in more cacao farm-related activities, tours, tastings or harvest experiences please reach out to us and we are happy to share other things to do here at the farm. Airbnb guests here get discounts on our in-depth cacao farm tours/tastings that happen on WED and SAT at 1pm.
Other things to note
Due to this being a working chocolate farm with electric fences, suspension bridge, unfenced gulches and active farm equipment, we have a no-kid under 16 policy.
WIFI/ Cell reception : We recently installed Starlink and it is usually good and stable. We do have ok cell service in this area which varies depending on your carrier. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience- idillic life on a rural farm!
GOOD LUCK GECKOS: Geckos (small green lizards) are a normal and amusing part of living in Hawaii. They are completely harmless and keep down the insect populations. Sometimes they find their way into the rooms, which is normal here. They most frequently love hanging out at the window screens where they hunt for little flies/insects or on flowers where they might lick some sweet nectar. The green geckos go to sleep in the dark, so if you keep lights on all night, they will continue to hunt for food. They use to be revered as gods in Polynesia and would also bestow good luck upon you.
POTENTIAL FOR INSECTS: As we are on a farm in the rainforest of E.Hawaii, summertime can bring the occasional light-attracted beetle or infrequent termite swarms. This is completely normal here. Ah, life in the rainforest! While we have screens on every window, a few very clever ones are attracted to light and will somehow find their way inside. We can occasionally get either very small beetles or termites that can swarm in the evening. We always tell guests to turn off the lights when you go out of the room and minimize the lights if you notice flying bugs in the room. If termites happen to swarm, often do so between 7:30 and 8:30pm only (like they have a watch!). If you are hanging out outside, it is rarely an issue. If requested, we have an insecticide spray. This has rarely been an issue for any guests, but if you are particularly bug or gecko squeamish, we wanted you to be aware prior to booking.
LIGHT SENSITIVITY: It is very dark here at night, but if you are light sensitive, our rooms do not have black out drapes. If requested, we can provide night eye masks. Just ask.
The space
It is all about indoor-outdoor living here in Hawaii. Your modern, relaxing bedroom has great ventilation and plenty of windows, bringing the outside in. But we also want you to enjoy our outdoor spaces as an extension of your room. This rental is not just about the bedroom and views- there are lots to explore on the grounds of our Cacao farm and gardens! Our large covered lanai- just outside the bedroom acts as an additional living and dining room with a beautiful ocean view and gentle tropical breezes to lull you into relaxation. Our comfortable guest rooms are not equipped with TV (to help you unplug), however, you can connect to the complimentary WiFi network and enjoy whatever you want to watch or listen to on your own devices. There is also access to our adjacent chocolate demo kitchen w/ toaster, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, glassware/plates/utensils if you care to prepare your own breakfast. We provide complimentary tea or coffee in the mornings.
Guest access
We encourage you to explore and enjoy our cacao orchard, suspension bridge, treehouse (65' in the air!), gardens, river and common spaces around the farm. Grab some beach chairs and enjoy a picnic at the stream- or dive into some juicy book. There is a large covered lanai w/ lounges and dining table that you can watch the whales go by or enjoy some evening cocktails. If you are interested in more cacao farm-related activities, tours, tastings or harvest experiences please reach out to us and we are happy to share other things to do here at the farm. Airbnb guests here get discounts on our in-depth cacao farm tours/tastings that happen on WED and SAT at 1pm
During your stay
We are often around working on the farm and are happy to provide local tips and advise- if you want that. We are also happy to allow you to have your own space if you prefer to have an intimate interaction-free experience (just let us know.) Both rooms have private keypad entries. If you are interested in more cacao farm-related activities, tours, tastings or harvest experiences please reach out to us and we are happy to share other things to do here at the farm. Airbnb guests here get discounts on our in-depth cacao farm tours/tastings that happen on WED and SAT at 1pm.
Other things to note
Due to this being a working chocolate farm with electric fences, suspension bridge, unfenced gulches and active farm equipment, we have a no-kid under 16 policy.
WIFI/ Cell reception : We recently installed Starlink and it is usually good and stable. We do have ok cell service in this area which varies depending on your carrier. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience- idillic life on a rural farm!
GOOD LUCK GECKOS: Geckos (small green lizards) are a normal and amusing part of living in Hawaii. They are completely harmless and keep down the insect populations. Sometimes they find their way into the rooms, which is normal here. They most frequently love hanging out at the window screens where they hunt for little flies/insects or on flowers where they might lick some sweet nectar. The green geckos go to sleep in the dark, so if you keep lights on all night, they will continue to hunt for food. They use to be revered as gods in Polynesia and would also bestow good luck upon you.
POTENTIAL FOR INSECTS: As we are on a farm in the rainforest of E.Hawaii, summertime can bring the occasional light-attracted beetle or infrequent termite swarms. This is completely normal here. Ah, life in the rainforest! While we have screens on every window, a few very clever ones are attracted to light and will somehow find their way inside. We can occasionally get either very small beetles or termites that can swarm in the evening. We always tell guests to turn off the lights when you go out of the room and minimize the lights if you notice flying bugs in the room. If termites happen to swarm, often do so between 7:30 and 8:30pm only (like they have a watch!). If you are hanging out outside, it is rarely an issue. If requested, we have an insecticide spray. This has rarely been an issue for any guests, but if you are particularly bug or gecko squeamish, we wanted you to be aware prior to booking.
LIGHT SENSITIVITY: It is very dark here at night, but if you are light sensitive, our rooms do not have black out drapes. If requested, we can provide night eye masks. Just ask.
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Where you’ll be
Papaikou, Hawaii, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
Hamakua Chocolate Farm is located in Papaikou- a small village just 8 minutes north of Old Town Hilo- on the Big Island of Hawaii. We are a great jumping off point to explore Hilo Town, the Hilo Farmers Market, numerous waterfalls, botanic gardens, tea farms/tastings, zip lines, local beaches, surf spots, quaint sugar plantation villages and the Volcano National Park and its lava spectacles all along the enchanting Hamakua Coastline.
Meet your host
My work: Hamakua Chocolate Farm
Speaks English, French, and German
Lives in Papaikou, Hawaii
What makes my home unique: Being surrounded by chocolate
I’m happy to spend time with my guests or give them space
Dan & Berndt is a Superhost
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Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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